Comparing the Kia EV9 and the Maruti Suzuki Baleno side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Kia EV9 is available at ₹13,000,000, while the Maruti Suzuki Baleno is priced at ₹598,998. On the engine front, the Kia EV9 comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Maruti Suzuki Baleno's 1197 cc, producing 379 bhp (RWD) / 514 bhp (AWD) and 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm respectively. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Battery | 99.8 kWh Lithium-Ion NCM Battery (IP67) | 12V |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | 1197 cc |
| Drive Type | RWD / AWD | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) - Triple Motor | 1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 37 litres (Petrol), 55 litres (CNG water equivalent) |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol / Petrol + CNG |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed Reduction Gearbox | 5-Speed Manual / 5-Speed AMT |
| Mileage | — | Petrol MT – ~22.35 km/l • Petrol AMT – ~22.94 km/l • CNG – ~30.61 km/kg |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Power | 379 bhp (RWD) / 514 bhp (AWD) | 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | Electric | Self Start |
| Torque | 700 Nm (AWD) | 113 Nm @ 4400 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Manual & Automatic |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 99.8 kWh | — |
| Charging Time | DC Fast (800V): 24 min (10-80%) / AC: ~12 hours | — |
| Fast Charging Support | Yes - 800V Ultra-Fast (350 kW compatible) | — |
| Range | 600+ km (WLTP RWD) | — |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes - i-Pedal + Paddle-Shift Regen | — |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 333 Litres (all rows up) + 90 L frunk | 318 litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 3200 kg | 1410 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 185 mm | 170 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2600 kg (AWD) | 955–1020 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5010 mm / 1980 mm / 1755 mm | 3990 mm / 1745 mm / 1500 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 3100 mm | 2520 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch Full Digital Instrument Display | Digital-Analogue Cluster with MID |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Highway Driving Pilot (Level 2 ADAS) | — |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front + 2nd Row | — |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch + 5-inch Climate Control Screen | 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ Touchscreen |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes - Individual Rear Controls | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes - 2nd Row Relaxation Seats | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Leather / Nappa Leather (top) | Fabric |
| Sound System | Meridian 14-Speaker Premium Audio | 4-Speaker + 2-Tweeter Setup |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | — |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C throughout + V2L | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | LED (Front) |
| Headlight | Digital Pattern Projection LED Headlamps | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED |
| Tyre Size | 285/45 R21 | 195/55 R16 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless Radial |
| Wheel Type | 21-inch Alloy Wheels | Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 6 (Standard) |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - VDIM | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera | 360-Degree Camera |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes - Surround View Monitor | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Snow WhiteAurora Black PearlOcean BluePanthera MetalPebble Gray | Nexa BlueArctic WhiteSplendid SilverOpulent RedLuxe BeigeGrandeur GreyBluish Black |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.7 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
